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2024 Top 5 Vinyl Record Players Under $500
We’ve spent countless hours testing turntables and have curated a list of our top picks under $500 so you can enjoy your vinyl without breaking the bank! Endorsed by Audio Advice's turntable experts, each entry on our curated list boasts their stamp of approval, giving you confidence in any choice you make.
Top 5 Vinyl Record Players under $1,000
Welcome to Audio Advice’s top 5 record players under $1,000 for 2024. If you’ve landed here, we will assume you already know a bit about turntables and we do not need to go over the basics. All of the turntables on this list are fully manual, which, as you probably know, is the preferred choice for vinyl lovers.
U-Turn Audio Orbit 2 Plus & Orbit 2 Special Turntable Overview
U-Turn Audio has taken their very popular Orbit series and really upped the game. With a new one piece magnesium tonearm, improved belt, and detailed performance testing, these are now an even better value than before. The new Orbit 2 Special even gets the same speed control as their top of the line Theory.
Manual vs. Automatic Turntables
If you are shopping around for a new turntable and have done a little research, you may be wondering about the differences between manual turntables and automatic turntables. Before you make a purchase, it’s important to understand how each of these systems work and the benefits and drawbacks of each.
